SS - 15

Chapter 15 Versus Zhao Wuji pt.1

Seeing Su Xiao dismiss a Soul Saint like Zhao Wuji without a hint of concern, Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing frowned. Though they had just joined, they couldn't help feeling uneasy.

Tang San quickly broke the tension. "Since we know who we're up against, let's introduce ourselves and prepare."

Everyone took turns introducing themselves, their martial souls flaring to life as they spoke:

"Su Xiao, Martial Soul: Light Holy Dragon, level thirty-nine assault system Soul Master."

"Tang San, Martial Soul: Blue Silver Grass, level twenty-nine control system Soul Master."

"Xiao Wu, Martial Soul: Soft-Boned Rabbit, level twenty-nine assault system Soul Master."

"Zhu Zhuqing, Martial Soul: Hell Spirit Cat, level twenty-seven agility attack system Soul Master."

"Ning Rongrong, Martial Soul: Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, level twenty-six auxiliary system Soul Master."

The moment Ning Rongrong revealed her Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda, a martial soul famed across the Douluo Continent, most eyes naturally shifted to her. However, Su Xiao's impressive lineup of three thousand-year soul rings quickly drew their attention back, earning him a few extra glances.

Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong began to realize that Su Xiao had some basis for his confidence, but even three thousand-year soul rings paled in comparison to a Soul Saint with a ten-thousand-year soul ring.

With Tang San taking charge, the group quickly discussed their strategy. The battle against Zhao Wuji was about to begin.

"The fourth-level exam starts now!"

At Dai Mubai's announcement, Zhao Wuji took the initiative, his first target being the auxiliary Soul Master, Ning Rongrong.

On the Douluo Continent, it was common knowledge that in a team with a Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda Soul Master, eliminating them first was the key to victory. After all, the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda was the strongest auxiliary martial soul in the world.

«First soul skill: Bind!»

Tang San's Blue Silver Grass shot forward, wrapping around Ning Rongrong's slender waist. Using Controlling Crane, Capturing Dragon, he swiftly pulled her out of Zhao Wuji's range.

Meanwhile, Su Xiao, Xiao Wu, and Zhu Zhuqing repositioned themselves, preparing their coordinated assault. Freed from immediate danger, Ning Rongrong activated her soul skill, boosting her teammates' abilities.

"The Seven Treasures, first verse: Strength!" Ning Rongrong's first soul ring lit up as beams of light from the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Pagoda enveloped Su Xiao and the others, enhancing their strength.

«First soul skill: Light Holy Dragon Claws!»

Su Xiao unleashed his signature soul skill, which had overwhelmed Dai Mubai the day before. This time, with Ning Rongrong's support, the dragon claw transformed into a massive dragon fist, its devastating power crashing towards Zhao Wuji.

Simultaneously, Tang San's Blue Silver Grass concealed itself, binding Zhao Wuji's legs to restrict his movement. Xiao Wu leapt onto Zhao Wuji's shoulders, using her weight and leverage to pin him down.

«First soul skill: Waist Bow!»

Xiao Wu's first soul ring glowed brightly as her legs erupted with explosive power. Tang San's Blue Silver Grass served as an anchor, amplifying the force. The combined effort caused Zhao Wuji to stagger backward, directly into the trajectory of Su Xiao's dragon fist.

«First soul skill: Hell Rush Stab!»

Zhu Zhuqing aimed at Zhao Wuji's exposed back, targeting his concave position with precision.

On the sidelines, Dai Mubai was astonished. In such a short time, the five had coordinated their abilities so well that their teamwork seemed instinctive. This flawless assault alone proved they were truly monstrous talents worthy of Shrek.

Despite their efforts, Dai Mubai knew better than to get his hopes up. The gap between their soul power levels was insurmountable, and even Ning Rongrong's enhancements couldn't bridge the difference. Zhao Wuji was toying with them.

"Good teamwork," Zhao Wuji said, his tone casual. "But my warm-up is over."

With a surge of soul power, seven radiant rings rose around Zhao Wuji, forming an impenetrable barrier. Sensing danger, Xiao Wu retreated swiftly, while the Blue Silver Grass binding Zhao Wuji shattered instantly. Zhu Zhuqing's attack, though precise, was easily neutralized by the barrier.

Even under the immense pressure of Zhao Wuji's soul power, Su Xiao's dragon fist continued its assault. The penetrating effect of the Light Holy Dragon Claw allowed it to partially breach Zhao Wuji's barrier, closing in on its target.

"Let's see how strong you really are!" Zhao Wuji roared, raising his right fist. The clash of fists between him and Su Xiao was inevitable, and the result was clear—raw power alone would decide the victor.